Gridsome
Eleventy
Have you ever been to a website that loads super fast? Chances are it uses an SSG (Static Site Generator). It’s a tool that builds your site ahead of time, so when someone visits, they get the page instantly. No waiting around for things to load it’s just there.
Gridsome is a Vue.js-based static site generator that pulls data from various sources — like APIs, Markdown, or CMSs — and builds blazing-fast static sites. It handles everything from data fetching to page generation, letting you focus on crafting beautiful UIs with Vue.
Eleventy is a static site generator that takes your content whether it’s Markdown, HTML, or other template languages and compiles it into static HTML files.
Unlike some other SSGs, Eleventy doesn’t lock you into a specific front-end framework, giving you the freedom to structure your project however you like. It’s designed to be simple, flexible, and fast, making it a favorite among web developers who appreciate minimalism.
Static Site Generators are a big game changer if you’re looking to build a website that’s fast, secure, and easy to maintain. Whether you’re launching a personal blog, portfolio, or a business website, they give you the freedom to focus on what really matters, your content and your users without all the extra complexity.
The best part? You’re not locked into one way of doing things. You can choose the tools and tech you’re most comfortable with, and scale things up as your site grows. From lightning-fast load times to better SEO and easy hosting, SSGs make the whole process smoother.
At the end of the day, it comes down to what fits your workflow and goals best. Pick the one that feels right to your requirements, and you’ll be well on your way to creating a beautiful, high-performing website that you’re proud of 🙌
Yup, Gridsome is built on Vue.js, and it allows you to use Vue components within your static site.
Yup, Gridsome uses GraphQL to query and manage content from multiple data sources like APIs, markdown files, and headless CMSs.
Yup, Gridsome is open-source, and you can use it for free with no restrictions on your site’s size or content.
Yup, Gridsome is highly scalable and designed to handle large amounts of content with excellent performance.
Yes very fast, Eleventy is known for its quick build times and low overhead, making it perfect for fast static websites.
Yes, Eleventy handles data from JSON, YAML, Markdown, and more, which can be injected directly into your templates.
Yes, Eleventy outputs clean HTML with customizable metadata, so you can fine-tune your SEO strategy easily.
Yes, Eleventy is template agnostic means you can use Nunjucks, Liquid, Markdown, Pug, and more.